Le Mariage forcé
Molière
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Molière
Content warning [May contain spoilers]
Paris. Late 17th century.
When fifty-three year old Sganarelle begins to doubt his decision to marry a woman less than half his age, he is plunged into crisis. His scepticism takes him on an absurd journey through Paris, seeking advice from philosophers and fortune tellers before finally summoning the courage to talk with the father of the bride…
Molière’s rarely staged comédie-ballet is brought to life with a live baroque string quartet and fiercely physical comedy.
This production of Le Mariage forcé will be performed in the original French with plot synopses provided to audience members upon arrival.
This production is suitable for ages 12 and over.
Depictions of:
abuse (physical), kidnapping (forceful deprivation of/disregard for personal autonomy), torture, moderate violence
References to:
sexual activity
The Corpus Playroom is owned by Corpus Christi College, and managed by the University of Cambridge through the ADC Theatre. The College drama society, the Fletcher Players, are the resident company.
The L-shaped studio is Cambridge's primary fringe space, showcasing a variety of productions, with an emphasis on new writing. Seasons are programmed simultaneously with the ADC Theatre.
Access
Please note: This venue is not wheelchair accessible. More information can be viewed here.
Complimentary tickets are available for full-time carers.
The Corpus Playroom is fitted with an infra-red audio system designed to help deaf and hard of hearing patrons. If you are using the system for the first time, please arrive early and seek advice from our Front of House team.
Assistance dogs are welcome in both of our venues. Please call the Box Office or email the above address when booking to ensure you are seated appropriately.
The Corpus Playroom has gender-neutral toilets.